By Justin Vick WAXHAW –  Town leaders were sure they wanted to designate the Waxhaw Water Tank as a local historic landmark, but much of the debate Tuesday, June 13, was over what to call the … [Read more...]

By Riley McCrossan WAXHAW – It’s not often one’s dreams become a reality. But for a lucky few, they just might. Here in Waxhaw, Kyle and Janet Baker’s dream came true in February when they acquired … [Read more...]

Police investigate teen death MONROE – The State Bureau of Investigation is helping the Monroe Police Department investigate a death that happened over the weekend. Officers responded to the … [Read more...]

By Justin Vick Waverly is emerging at the intersection of Providence and Ardrey Kell roads to become a premier live-work-play destination in south Charlotte. But its growth is already having a … [Read more...]

CHARLOTTE – United Way of Central Carolinas announced a streamlined community strategy focused on building stronger neighborhoods, improving the systems that serve children and families, and providing … [Read more...]

Walmart giving screenings BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart will offer free health screenings 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 17, at more than 4,600 locations across the country as part of Walmart … [Read more...]

Chamber receives Communications Excellence Awards SALISBURY – The Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives gave a thumbs up to the Union County Chamber of Commerce for its social media … [Read more...]

The Union County Sheriff’s Office has reported the following incidents June 2 to 8: Fairview Drug Possession • 100 block of Windsor Greene Drive. Indian Trail Break-Ins • 2300 block of Brick … [Read more...]

MOUNT OLIVE – Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries relaunched its rewards program. All Hwy 55 fans who download an app will receive a coupon for a free Hwy 55 milkshake. “We may be a retro burger … [Read more...]

CHARLOTTE – A pair of Union County Realtors graduated from the company’s Winner’s Edge training. Candace Gibbs, of Union County-New Town Road, and Jessica Johnson, of Wesley Chapel, achieved the … [Read more...]